This bill aims to enhance the enforcement of government data practices by extending the penalties and remedies associated with violations of the Government Data Practices Act to include violations of the Official Records Act. To implement this change, the bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 15.17, by adding a new subdivision that outlines the enforcement mechanisms.

Specifically, the new subdivision, labeled as Subd. 5, establishes that the remedies, procedures, and penalties outlined in sections 13.08 and 13.085 will now also apply to violations of the Official Records Act. This amendment is intended to strengthen accountability and ensure that violations of government data practices are met with appropriate consequences.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 15.17
1st Engrossment: 15.17